Genève
Cluses
2300
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17 km
CHILDREN
Children: (BCG and healthcare records required)
Les Fripouilles nursery (6mths-4s) - Tel. 0033 450 75 84 84
ESF P'tits Montagnys Club (4-12s) - Tel. 0033 450 75 80 03
www.esf-lesgets.com
ESF Fantaski Club (3-5s) - Tel. 0033 450 75 80 03
www.esf-lesgets.com
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Local Ski Area: Portes du Soleil ski domain linking Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets and Chatel.
The resort of Morzine/Les Gets offers 150km of pistes and 1 snowpark.
Beginners >>> Intermediates >>>> Experts >>> Snowboard >>
6-day Morzine/Les Gets lift pass (08/09 prices):
Adult: 146 euros
Junior (5-15s): 110 euros
Children under 5: free.
ESF Ecole du Ski Francais Tel. 0033 450 75 80 03
www.esf-lesgets.com
ESI Ecole de Ski Internationale Ski Plus - Tel. 033 450 75 86 01
www.skiplus-lesgets.com
Ecole de Ski Ile des Enfants - Tel. 0033 450 75 84 47 or 0033 450 79
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 17 Km
Cross-country Skiing: 17km of trails covering both sides of the mountain -free access to trails but via payable gondola: 49.70 euros pp for 6 return fares (08/09 price).
THE AREA
Leisure:
Snowshoeing, ice skating, fitness centre (swimming pool, sauna ) dog-sledding.
Cinema, nightclubs, restaurants, shops.
ENTERTAINMENT
18-25/12: In the heart of the forest, for one week only, visit FAather Christmas and his team of helpful elves in their magical grotto.
10-13/01: "La Grande Odyssée", renowned dog sled race.
23/-2: "Carnaval des Neiges", with street entertainment etc.
11/04: Easter egg hunt.
Throughout the season, visitors can enjoy "Mardis de l'Orgue" concerts.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Useful Information: Les Gets is within easy reach by coach or taxi from Cluses train station (22km). The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great winter holiday:
> shops (open in season).
> bars/restaurants.
> doctors
> pharmacy.
This information is intended for guidance only and holds no contractual value. For further information, please contact the Tourist Office on 0033.4.50.75.80.80 or log on to www.lesgets.com
The Haute Savoie region borders both Italy and Switzerland, and boasts historical monuments such chateaus and churches in stunning natural surroundings ranging from Lake Geneva in the north of the region to Mont Blanc in the south. A trip to the Haute Savoie offers visitors the chance to experience some of the world's most reknowned and celebrated ski resorts, with Chamonix at the heart of the region's ski activity.
For tourists looking for a true Alpine culinary experience can sample regional cheeses, such as Emmental, as well as cheese-based dishes such as raclette, ideal after a long day on the slopes and offering a different style of shared dining experience.
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A word of advice from Lagrange: French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep some euros handy.
LES PORTES DU SOLEIL is a large ski domain linking 12 French and Swiss resorts.
* Long-distance, border-hopping skiing, ideal for intermediate skiers.
* Charming village resorts with top facilities.
* Snowsure ski-through resort of Avoriaz, which also offers excellent snowboarding.
Resorts:
Avoriaz, Morzine, Les Gets, Chatel.
www.portesdusoleil.com
Height: 1000m-2300m
Total pistes: 650km
41 green slopes / 112 blue slopes / 107 red slopes / 28 black slopes and 1 snowpark/resort.
6-day lift pass (08/09 prices): 200 euros/adult, 134 euros/children aged 5-15 years, free for children under 5 years.
Cross-country skiing: 89km of trails.
